Working With Media; Use Only Spectra Logic Approved Tape Media - Spectra Logic T-Series Spectra T200 User Manual

Appendix A — Best Practices
W
ORKING WITH
The following sections describe best practices for using both tape and RXT
media and for managing your media inventory. All library user groups
have privileges that allow them to use the library's user interface to
perform the media handling and management operations described in this
chapter. Because handling media requires you to physically interact with
the library, much of the information in this chapter is not applicable when
you are accessing the library using a web browser.

Use Only Spectra Logic Approved Tape Media

Do not use any media that has not been approved by Spectra Logic for use
in the Spectra T200, T380, and T680 libraries. To ensure the best possible
performance, use Spectra Logic Certified media. Check the
web site
In addition to its own certified media, Spectra Logic only supports media produced
Caution
by IBM, HP, Fuji, Maxell, Sony, or TDK.
Before using media other than those listed as supported above, contact
SpectraGuard Technical support to understand the risk associated with use of
unsupported media.
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Use the Save Library Configuration advanced utility to save the updated
library configuration data to a USB key and also email the updated
library configuration data to a preconfigured mail recipient. See
Backing Up the Library Configuration on page 190
The partition wizard prompts you to save the library configuration
whenever you create or modify a partition. You can choose to save the
updated library configuration data to a USB key or email it to a
preconfigured mail recipient. See
detailed information about creating and modifying partitions.
M
EDIA
Note: Do not attempt to install tape drives purchased from other
vendors in the library. The tape drives used in the library are
specifically configured for use in the library. Use only tape drives
you have purchased from Spectra Logic.
for the most up-to-date media availability.
for instructions.
Chapter 7 – Using Partitions for
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